Quick start guide: your first week with FODZYME®Updated a day ago

FODZYME® starts working immediately when it comes into contact with food, breaking down specific FODMAPs during digestion. This guide covers how to use it, what foods it works on, and what to expect during your first week.

Foods FODZYME® helps digest

FODZYME® targets three FODMAP types:

• Fructans found in garlic, onions, wheat, and asparagus
• GOS (galacto-oligosaccharides) found in beans, lentils, chickpeas, and Brussels sprouts
• Lactose found in milk, yogurt, soft cheeses, and other dairy products

FODZYME® does not break down polyols or excess fructose. If your triggers fall into these categories, FODZYME® won't help with those specific foods.

Using FODZYME®

Use FODZYME® at the start of meals that contain FODMAPs so the enzymes can break down the FODMAPs as you eat.

Standard dosing

• Use 1 stick pack or 1/4 teaspoon (from the Home Kit spoon) per meal.
• Sprinkle directly onto food or mix into liquid foods or drinks.
• Apply to your first bite if the food can’t be mixed.

For longer or larger meals

• If a meal lasts longer than 30 minutes, add another dose.
• For large meals or meals especially high in FODMAPs (e.g. holiday dinners, multi-course restaurants, or grazing at a party), you can safely use 1.5-2 doses or more as needed.

Important notes

• Use the full dose: Stretching doses to save product often leads to disappointing results. The enzymes need to be present in sufficient quantities to break down FODMAPs effectively.
• One dose per meal: FODZYME®'s enzymes are proteins. They are digested like food and don't stay in your system, so each meal requires its own dose.
• Tasteless and texture-free: FODZYME® is virtually tasteless and does not alter the flavor or consistency of your food. Simply sprinkle it on and eat as normal.

Timing and results

FODZYME® starts working immediately upon contact with your food. How quickly you notice relief varies from person to person. Most customers report reduced bloating, gas, and abdominal discomfort within 4-8 hours. This timing aligns with when food typically reaches the large intestine, where FODMAPs would normally ferment.

Changes to bowel habits may take longer to notice, since digestion is influenced by more than just FODMAPs. Things like hydration, stress, sleep, and overall diet all play a role.

What to do during your first week

This week is about learning how your body responds. A few ways to set yourself up:

• Start with a known trigger: Pick a meal you're confident causes symptoms so you can actually gauge the effect.
• Keep a simple log: Note what you ate, how much FODZYME® you used, and how you felt afterward. Patterns emerge quickly.
• Adjust as you go: Standard dosing works for most meals, but you may need more for larger portions or FODMAP-heavy dishes.
• Use consistently: FODZYME® works best when used regularly with trigger meals rather than sporadically. Give yourself at least 5-7 meals before drawing conclusions.
• Bring it with you: Toss a few stick packs in your bag, car, or desk drawer so you're never caught without it at a restaurant, the office, or a friend's house.

A note on reintroduction

If you've been avoiding certain foods for a while, some mild discomfort when reintroducing them is normal. Your gut adjusts to what you regularly eat. Start with small portions and build up gradually.

Not sure if FODMAPs are your issue?

If you've never followed a low-FODMAP diet and aren't sure whether FODMAPs are behind your symptoms, try using FODZYME® with all your meals for 5-7 days. If you notice less bloating, gas, or discomfort, that's a good signal that FODMAPs are part of the picture, and you can start identifying which specific foods and FODMAP types affect you most. If symptoms don't change, your triggers may lie elsewhere.

Video tutorials

• Onboard with FODZYME! | An Introductory Video on FODZYME (link)
• How to try FODZYME for the first time (link)
• How to apply FODZYME and enjoy foods high in FODMAPs (link)
• See more helpful videos on our Youtube channel